This Is Where It Ends

This graphic and gripping novel details a minute-by-minute account of a high school shooting. Covering just 54 minutes, the story is written from the perspective of four students who all have a link with the shooter and details how they struggle to uncover what is happening and how they will survive. The novel is suitable for teacher-led, lit circle, or independent reading by mature, senior students as it deals with mass shootings, gun control, violence, rape, death, abuse, and provides awareness of what a school shooting tragedy would do to a community. Strong caution and social considerations noted.